Royal Australian Mint

Job Description: Site Security Officer

APS Level 5

Security Section

The Security Section is responsible for the strategic and operational management of security services at the Mint, and the management of contracted security service providers. The section develops and implements security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government security requirements, standards and policy. It also ensures the effective operation of the electronic security systems, including maintenance and management of all alarm, surveillance, access control, detection and radio communication systems. The section is responsible for conducting security investigations and security reviews and the Fraud Control Plan.

Individual role within the Team

The Site Security Officer in the Royal Australian Mint is responsible to the Agency Security Adviser (ASA) for management of the guarding, electronic security and personnel security requirements of the Mint including the Mint security system networks and implementing security policies and procedures; ensuring compliance with government security requirements and standards; and developing and coordinating work programs to ensure the effective supervision of security and associated services.

Under limited direction, the Site Security Officer will:

·  Undertake duties relating to the protective security requirements of the Mint, including the management of contracted security guarding services.

·  Manage the Mint’s personnel security functions including security awareness training, security clearance, aftercare and contact reporting requirements in accordance with Australian Government policy.

·  Manage the hardware and software requirements of the Mint security system network including project management of system enhancements.

·  Prepare correspondence, reports, reviews and submissions on security related issues, and provide advice and draft policies and procedures in relation to security.

·  Represent the Security Section at internal and external meetings relating to security matters.

·  Undertake duties as the Mint’s Radiation Safety Officer to assist compliance with ARPANS regulations 1999 to provide a safe environment with the use of x-ray baggage scanners.

·  Act as Internal Auditor for the Mint’s Information Management & Technology audit program including audits of Change Management and IT Security systems.

·  Undertake other security-related duties in line with Mint-wide requirements and work priorities.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Classification: APS Level 5 Position No: 860

Branch: Systems and Process Management

Section: Security Title: Site Security Officer

1.  Strategic Direction

·  Detailed understanding of how role contributes to the organisation

·  Identify problems and work to resolve them

·  Identify need by consulting affected areas

·  Provide and implement solutions

2.  Achieves Results

·  Facilitate on-time task completion by using appropriate resources effectively

·  Deliver quality outcomes

·  Support others and adapt to changing environment

·  Document and maintain accurate records

3.  Productive working relationships

·  Manage own team and recognise the needs of others

·  Share information, ensuring others are kept informed of issues

·  Treat people with respect and courtesy

·  Recognise different opinions and value diversity

·  Demonstrate ability to identify learning opportunities for others and delegate tasks effectively

4.  Personal drive and integrity

·  Contribute to business via representation in internal forums

·  Persist with, and focus on, achieving objectives even in difficult circumstances safely and accurately

·  Adhere to Mint Values and Code of Conduct and follow security and OHS guidelines

·  Be aware of own and team performance and its impact on others

·  Identify risk, undertake risk assessments and manage risks accordingly

5.  Communications

·  Negotiate confidently in a clear and concise manner adapting to audience

·  Listen carefully to others and clarify issues to ensure understanding

·  Identify and convey information to engage stakeholders, both orally and in writing

·  Draft reports clearly and concisely using different mediums

6.  Knowledge, Skills and Experience

·  Knowledge of protective, personnel, and physical security requirements contained in Australian Government policy or ability to quickly acquire this knowledge

·  An understanding of the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety (ARPANS) Regulations 1999

·  Working knowledge or experience with electronic security systems and networks or the ability to quickly gain an understanding of IP based technology, network infrastructure and windows server management functions.

·  Knowledge of the requirements contained within the Australian Government’s Information Security Manual (ISM) or ability to quickly acquire this knowledge